Arundel News
Changing places toilet opens Sat 27 May
Our new Changing Places Toilet (CPT) has opened in time for the half term holidays. A Changing Places Toilets is larger than standard accessible toilets with extra features and more space. They are generally designed for assisted use, for example with a
27 May 2023
Quentin Blake art draws people to WWT Arundel
A trail highlighting the best of the wetland nature opened at WWT Arundel Wetland Centre on 18 May as part of a year-long partnership between renowned illustrator Sir Quentin Blake and the Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust. The Drawn to Water spring/summer trail
24 May 2023
Half term nature activities for families
Summer starts warm days of buzzing wetlands, full of hatching wildlife, leave loads for families to explore! Here are some suggestions to get the most from your family day out at Arundel Wetland Centre this summer half term (May 27-June 4) . Drawn t
16 May 2023
Watching our Wild Side
Many types of wetland wildlife are raising their young on the safety of our wetland reserve. Our team manages the ponds, wet meadows island and scrapes specifically for certain species, others appear as spring surprises. Here are this season's highlights.
14 May 2023
Newbies and nesters in our collection
Now that breeding season is well underway this June, Head Keeper Sam McKinlay and the Collection Team of Keepers are busy keeping a watchful eye on the birds in our WWT collection of threatened and endangered birds they care for at Arundel Wetland Centre.
14 May 2023
Dads go free this Fathers day
Treat your dad to a day out at WWT Arundel Wetland Centre and escape the everyday!On Sun 18 June dads get free admission to the centre when accompanied by a full paying child or adult. The Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust recognises all families are unique, so t
8 May 2023
Top 5 for Families this May
May is an beautiful time to discover the wonder of wetlands. Warmer weather and brighter days bring new life bursting forth in a green landscape. With wild flowers blooming, butterflies in the hedgerows and ducklings on the water it’s a memory-making
24 April 2023
What's Wild this Spring?
Despite cool weather continuing into April there has been enough sun and warm temperatures to launch new life on across the wetlands. Spring is definitely underway! Treat your senses to wildflowers blooming, insects buzzing and birdsong in the air as
17 April 2023
Photo contest winner's pics shot at WWT Arundel
Waterlife Magazine announced the overall winner of the 2022 photo competition is Chris Bishop with his image of Sand martins at Arundel Wetland Centre titled Aerial Ballet. Chris's photo (above) won him a pair of Swarovski CL Companion 8x30 binoculars for
15 April 2023
Get on nature’s trail with Duck Detective activities this Easter
Arundel Wetland Centre will be running a free Duck Detective trail for the Easter break, with events taking place from April 1-16. Families will be able to put their detective hats on as they follow a trail of clues around our wetlands to reveal natureâ€
29 March 2023
Top 5 for Families to Try this April
Spring is an exciting time to discover the wonder of wetlands. Warmer weather and brighter days bring new life bursting forth in a green landscape. With wildlife awaking and hatching out it’s a memory-making day out for everyone. Here are some sugges
20 March 2023
Our Keepers are on the hop in spring
There is always stunning wildlife to see at Arundel Wetland Centre but our site is also home to a collection of non-native ducks and geese that tell the story of wetlands around the world. Caring for these birds has our keepers busy year 'round but especi
18 March 2023
NEW Reedbed Willow Sphere preview for WWT members
The new Reedbed Willow Sphere opens for WWT Members on a special preview day on Thurs 30 March. It will open for all visitors on Sat 1 April. Immerse yourself in reedbed wildlife inside in this beautiful woven sphere with views across the wetlands. Bea
9 March 2023
Hide out in our hides this Feb halfterm
Hideout with the experts to experience winter wildlife this February half term Feb 11-19 at Arundel Wetland Centre
8 February 2023
Free cup of tea or coffee for WWT members
Members - get a free pot of tea or cup of filter coffee when you visit Arundel Wetland Centre between Jan 28 to Feb 10. With Valentine’s Day on the horizon, we want to say how much we love your support by giving our adult members a Winter Warmer Reward
17 January 2023